WHO WE ARE
Prodigy Search Group is a proven executive recruiting firm specializing in the Medical Device, Pharmaceutical, and Biotechnology industries. We work with a diverse range of clients, from Fortune 500 companies to innovative, early-stage startups.
Our expertise lies in building high-impact teams, especially for companies pioneering groundbreaking technologies. We understand the critical role talent plays in driving innovation, and we’re committed to connecting organizations with the right leaders to fuel their success.
At Prodigy, we go beyond identifying technically qualified candidates – we ensure they can thrive in a fast-paced, and multifaceted environment. We take pride in matching talent not only based on expertise but also on their ability to seamlessly integrate into each company’s unique culture and vision.
Let’s build the future of healthcare – one exceptional hire at a time.
WHAT WE DO
Leveraging over 30 years of industry experience, our recruiting team understands the specialized skills and qualifications required of professionals in this dynamic, life-saving, and heavily regulated field. We identify seasoned, industry-specific A-players, from mid-level managers to C-level executives, across all key functions – including Engineering, Regulatory, Marketing, Operations, Sales and Quality, among others.
WHERE WE WORK
Located in Orange County, California—situated between Los Angeles and San Diego, we are based in what is now the largest Medical Device industry hub in the nation. While we have strong, long-standing relationships with top local talent and companies, our search expertise extends nationwide. With a deep database of industry-specific candidates and contacts, many open to relocation or hybrid roles, we efficiently identify and place top-tier talent wherever our clients need them.
Having held leadership roles in medical device and biotech companies ourselves, we understand the urgency and challenges of filling critical positions quickly.
Let us connect you with the best and brightest so you can focus on growing your business.
I had the opportunity to work with Terry McCarthy on a few searches, and she proved to be a helpful partner, especially when sourcing marketing talent in the Orange County area. Terry is well connected locally, approachable, and consistently responsive throughout the process. The talent she sourced have become valued members of our team! Based on our experience, I can say Terry provided solid support for our hiring needs, Thank you Terry!
Terry has done an excellent job recruiting for key positions in our organization spanning Marketing, Clinical and Regulatory. I think Terry’s prior experience working in med device companies gives her a distinct edge in understanding the skill sets and cultural fit required of successful candidates. Terry’s expertise and knowledge has produced great hires for our Company…
Terry has been a terrific resource. Her conscientious follow-up is extraordinary!
Terry filled many positions for me at Johnson & Johnson, Biosense Webster, Inc. starting in 2012. She took the time to understand my business and my specific hiring needs. It’s a dynamic company that requires specific experience and I was very pleased with the high quality talent she found.
Terry has been a great partner in finding difficult-to-find people for important positions. She has always been great at understanding the specific skills and personal qualities I am looking for and how potential candidates fit that profile. Her proactive approach and comprehension of what will lead to success in the roles she is filling make her a great extension of our internal hiring team.
“Terry is a great recruiter. She listens to your requirements and finds candidates that are a perfect match. She successfully filled 2 positions that I had open with perfectly qualified professionals.”
I have had the pleasure of working with Terry for several years now and continue to be impressed by her work ethic and dedication to finding that right person. She is expert in understanding technical folks and how they fit into a company’s culture. She is creative in her approaches and has helped us numerous times to fill challenging positions. I highly recommend her.
Terry’s deep experience in medical device recruiting was a major advantage. She truly understood the unique demands of our industry and consistently delivered candidates who were not only technically qualified but also strong cultural fits. Terry was more than a recruiter – she was a trusted partner and a strategic resource throughout every search.
I highly recommend Terry for any organization seeking an experienced, knowledgeable, and committed executive search professional in the medical device sector.
UNDERSTANDING
We have been where you are – building and leading successful organizations to drive growing businesses. And we know first-hand how important it is to have the right players on your team.
STRATEGY
Our wide breadth of knowledge & contacts enables us to obtain direct referrals from private associations, medical societies, and elite networking groups. We excel at attracting “Passive” candidates from targeted industries and/or organizations.
RESULTS
Our skill and knack for identifying candidates for highly specialized positions that require very specific expertise has enabled Prodigy Search Group to be a trusted resource to our clients.